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GOJ → EGO
Which side of the plane to sit from Nizhny Novgorod Strigino International Airport (Nizhniy Novgorod) to Belgorod International Airport (Belgorod)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the meandering Oka River shortly after takeoff and provides a clear view of the significant industrial landscapes and reservoirs of Central Russia during the descent.
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Oka River Bends
Dramatic meanders of the Oka River visible immediately after departing Nizhny Novgorod.
Ancient Murom
The historic skyline of one of Russia's oldest cities situated along the riverbanks.
Lipetsk Industrial Hub
The colossal scale of the Novolipetsk Steel plant, one of the largest metallurgical complexes in the world.
Voronezh Reservoir
Known as the 'Voronezh Sea,' this massive artificial water body is a prominent landmark on the approach.
Ideal for sunset views on evening flights. Pay close attention during the first 10 minutes for river views and the last 20 minutes for the industrial landscape of Lipetsk. Winter flights offer a stark, beautiful contrast between the frozen rivers and the urban centers.
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Saransk Cityscape
The compact layout of the Mordovian capital is visible in the distance during the first half of the flight.
Central Russian Steppe
Vast agricultural mosaics that transition from deep greens to golden yellows depending on the season.
Stary Oskol Quarries
A unique view of the massive open-pit iron ore mines, which appear as giant terraced craters from the air.
Choose this side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Volga Upland. The highlight is the Lebedinsky GOK mine near Stary Oskol; its terraced structure is best seen in clear weather during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 782 km (486 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: GOJ (56.23009872436499, 43.784000396729)
Arrival: EGO (50.643798828125, 36.5900993347168)
Route Type: Domestic
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